Monsters - The Controversy of The Menendez Brothers

Monsters - The Controversy of The Menendez Brothers

Episode Summary
In this episode, we discuss Monsters, the gripping true-crime anthology series that has captivated audiences. With its chilling storytelling and focus on infamous cases, the show has reignited conversations about justice, media representation, and the complex psychology of killers. This season centers on the Menendez brothers, whose 1989 murder of their wealthy parents, José and Kitty Menendez, shocked the nation.

But it’s not just about what’s on screen—we’ll also discuss the controversies surrounding the case itself, including the brothers’ claims of abuse, the role of media sensationalism, the bias against male child sexual abuse and how public perception has shifted over the decades.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

  • Recent changes in the Los Angeles DA office.
  • The portrayal of Lyle and Erik Menendez and the performances driving the narrative.
  • The families issues with the series.
  • Ryan Murphy's interview response to the families issues.
  • The controversies: Were Lyle and Erik victims of abuse, or cold-blooded killers driven by greed?
  • Public opinion and media coverage—how both shaped the outcome of the case.
  • The bias demonstrated by the jury that has sparked this whole push for the Menendez brothers to be released from prison.


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Tune in and join the conversation about one of the most talked-about true-crime cases in history. Are the Menendez brothers victims, villains, or both? Let’s dig in.

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PATREON BONUS - Psych News - News changes our Morality, Our Brains Stories & Psych Bed Shortage for Youth

PATREON BONUS - Psych News - News changes our Morality, Our Brains Stories & Psych Bed Shortage for Youth

This is a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode where Shannon and Cathy discuss some psychology research about how news changes our morality, the way the brain organizes our memory and story and the psych bed shortage for youth.Want more? Head on over to Patreon and become a patron for exclusive bonus content, to join our Discord and enjoy other perks depending on your level of support!Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music by Mannequin Uprising.

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The Shining: King vs. Kubrick – A Chilling Divide

The Shining: King vs. Kubrick – A Chilling Divide

In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we dive deep into the eerie world of The Shining — both Stephen King's original novel and Stanley Kubrick’s polarizing 1980 film adaptation. They share a title… but tell two very different stories. We compare and contrast the drastically different portrayals of Jack Torrance, the mystery of the Overlook Hotel, and how each version tackles psychological horror. No wonder King famously hated the film — and we unpack why.We also talk about how King’s book lays a far stronger foundation for Doctor Sleep, and lightly touch on original documentaries that offer insight into Kubrick’s filmmaking process.So grab your axe and your typewriter (but maybe not both), and join us for a fascinating, spooky analysis of one of horror’s most iconic stories.Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsAll music for this episode is by Mannequin Uprising.

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Stranger Danger of the '70s and '80s – True Crime Cases that Created the Myths

Stranger Danger of the '70s and '80s – True Crime Cases that Created the Myths

In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we dive headfirst into the Stranger Danger phenomenon that gripped the U.S. in the 1970s and 1980s. From disturbing true crime cases like the disappearances of Etan Patz and Adam Walsh, to dramatized media like Girls Beware and Wheels of Terror, we explore how a cultural wave of fear shaped parenting, public policy, and the childhoods of an entire generation.We break down the origins of the Stranger Danger myth, how it gained traction through news coverage and TV PSAs, and the true crimes that fueled the fear. With a mix of informative breakdowns and a bit of nostalgic reflection, we examine the psychological and societal impact this era of paranoia had on families—and whether it still lingers today.Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsAll music in this episode is courtesy of Mannequin Uprising.

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PATREON BONUS - Psych Research - 8 Nighttime Habits that Steal your Joy

PATREON BONUS - Psych Research - 8 Nighttime Habits that Steal your Joy

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Shrink Chat - Sinners, Screamboat, Death by Unicorn, The Woman in the Yard, Drop

Shrink Chat - Sinners, Screamboat, Death by Unicorn, The Woman in the Yard, Drop

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What the Hell? | Ridiculous Crimes, Dumb Criminals &... Sperm Racing?!

What the Hell? | Ridiculous Crimes, Dumb Criminals &... Sperm Racing?!

It’s time for another wild ride in our What the Hell? series! On this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we dive headfirst into some of the most ridiculous, unhinged, and hilariously dumb criminal stories we've ever come across — and yes, we saved the weirdest for last: a criminal competition involving actual Sperm Racing (we’re not kidding).From arrests gone wrong to schemes that are so absurd they belong in a sitcom, we’re reacting in real time, laughing through the stupidity, and sharing the most jaw-dropping headlines. There’s no deep psychology here — just gut-level reactions, weird news, and dark humor at its finest.So grab a snack, press play, and prepare to yell What the hell?! right along with us. Instagram: @terrortalkpodcast YouTube: TerrorTalk Podcast Facebook: Halloween All Year Long TikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsAll original music for this episode is by Mannequin Uprising.#TerrorTalkPodcast #RidiculousCrimes #StupidCriminals #FunnyCrimeStories #WhatTheHellPodcast #BizarreCrimes #DarkHumorPodcast #SpermRacing #WeirdTrueCrime #CrimesGoneWrong #MannequinUprising #DarkPsychologyGirls

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PATREON BONUS - Menendez Brothers News, Trauma in the Courts and how politics will influence

PATREON BONUS - Menendez Brothers News, Trauma in the Courts and how politics will influence

This is a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode where Shannon and Cathy discuss the Menendez news, relate it to newer changes in the court system with regards to how we consider trauma plus the political influences that will play out with Menendez.Want more? Head on over to Patreon and become a patron for exclusive bonus content, to join our Discord and enjoy other perks depending on your level of support!Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music by Mannequin Uprising.

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Ranking Black Mirror Season 7 – Worst to Best

Ranking Black Mirror Season 7 – Worst to Best

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